BREAST IN TROUBLE

Breast Cancer is the cancer that forms in the cells of breasts. Breast cancer is the most frequent cancer among women causing the greatest number of cancer-related deaths among women.

Breast Cancer according to Doctors occurs when some breast cells begin to grow abnormally. These cells divide more rapidly than health cells do and continue to accumulate, forming a lump or mass. Researchers have identified hormonal, lifestyle and environmental factors that may increase risk of breast cancer.

                     Risk Factors

• A breast cancer risk factor is anything that makes it more likely you will get breast cancer

• Being a female

• Increasing in age

• A personal history of breast conditions

• A family history of breast cancer

              Prevention: 

• Ask your doctor about breast cancer screening

• Become familiar with your breasts through breast self-exam for breast awareness

• Drink alcohol in moderation, if at all

• Remember that early

   

         

               Signs and symptoms of breast cancer may include:

• A breast lump or thickening  that feels different from the surrounding tissue

• Change in the appearance of the breast and size

• Redness of the skin over the breast

• A newly inverted dimple

         When to see a Doctor

•  If you find a lump or other change in your breast-even if a recent mammogram was normal, make an appointment with your doctor for prompt evaluation.

• Early detection can save the breast. Breast awareness can’t prevent breast cancer, but it may help you to better understand the normal changes that your breasts undergo and also help identify any unusual signs and symptoms.

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